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In today’s world, everyone seems busy; and if you’re not, it feels like you should be. Most people find it hard to fit another weekly commitment into their schedule, even something as short as a one hour therapy session. And I get it. Life often feels like it’s bursting at the seams. You have work responsibilities, bills to pay, kids to get to extracurriculars, a spouse who deserves your time, and maybe, if you’re lucky, one hobby to recharge. There’s not much room left. If

I know it sounds cliché when a therapist says, “Let’s talk about your childhood.” But there’s a reason it’s such a common phrase — your past does shape your present, especially when it comes to stress, anxiety, and how you show up at work. Many high achievers think about their childhood sometimes and tell themselves things like: “That was years ago, it doesn’t affect me now.” “My parents were good — at least they weren’t alcoholics.” “I just need to toughen up.” All of those

You’ve been doing your best. You’ve always been a high achiever and a strong performer at work. You go the extra mile, staying late, doing whatever it takes to make sure things get done right. You do your best at home too. But your spouse isn’t always happy , you work late, you’re not around as much as they’d like. You both know you love each other, but it’s not perfect. Lately though, you haven’t been “killing it” like usual. Work isn’t clicking, and home feels even harde

Myth #1: Therapy will tell me to be more self-compassionate — and that’s just weakness. I’ve had several clients tell me they feel like they just need to be harder on themselves — that being tough and pushing through is the answer. And honestly, I get it. In the business world, when you’re stressed or overwhelmed , you don’t usually slow down or take time off — you find ways to push through . You optimize, get efficient, and just get it done. So if you’re not moving as fast a

In the business world, there's a lot of talk about ROI — return on investment. But have you ever thought about therapy that way? Therapy isn’t just another expense. It’s one of the most meaningful investments you can make in yourself — and the return can impact nearly every part of your life: your peace of mind, your relationships, your career, and your sense of freedom. The Real Cost — and Value — of Therapy Let’s be honest: therapy costs money. Sometimes more than we’d like

Have you been feeling anxious for a while and just don’t know why ? That lingering anxiety sits just below the surface, and no matter what you do—exercise, meditation, journaling—it seems never to go away . You may even feel frustrated because if you knew why, at least your feelings would have meaning and validation . For high-achieving professionals , this is especially common. You might be a high-capacity leader , someone known at work for getting things done and thrivin

I work with a lot of clients who on the outside look like they’re crushing it . They’ve worked hard, built successful careers, and carry a lot of responsibility. From the outside looking in, most people would say they’re doing great. But behind the scenes, it often feels very different . Many of them feel anxious, drained, disconnected in their relationships, and stuck in cycles of stress that just won’t let up. If that’s you, first—I want to acknowledge the courage it takes

Looking for a therapist in Lakewood, Colorado (or really anywhere) can feel overwhelming. You’re not just trying to find a mental health professional— you’re looking for someone you can actually trust with the hardest, deepest, and most vulnerable parts of your life . That’s no small thing. It takes a lot of courage to even start searching, and if you’re here reading this, you’ve already taken a huge first step.    As an EMDR-certified trauma therapist, (learn more about EMDR

Slowing Down?   As a licensed therapist working with lots of high achievers who have high expectations for themselves , I have heard many clients ask for me to “fix” them as fast as possible. However, sometimes we need to slow down in order to speed up . I know some of you reading this are rolling your eyes and ready to click out of this blog post already! If you give me just a few minutes I want to make my case as to why this will actually accelerate your process!   Emotio

As a mental health therapist/counselor who is a Christian you can probably already guess my answer. The answer is yes of course they can! But allow me to explain further. I believe that God created our brains and our minds, so I believe that Jesus gets really excited about therapy.   I believe that Jesus is the ultimate healer. As a Christian providing mental health therapy services, I see my role as advancing Jesus’ mission of healing in the world. I get to be a part of the

The Power of Therapy Intensives for High Achievers How can you change my life in 3 hours? That’s a big claim Mark. I know it is. But I do believe it and in fact I’ve seen it! Let me explain. In traditional mental health therapy, progress can be slow due to the fact that we only have 50 minutes at a time to dive into your issues. Then we have to stop at 50 minutes, this is usually when my clients are just feeling ready to do a deep dive into their issues. Then by the next time